Margaritas are the classic tequila cocktail and so simple to make at home. Mix them up by the glass or pitcher with just 4 ingredients for the best tequila cocktails.
Easy cocktail recipes are my favorite and it doesn't get any easier than a classic margarita. If you want mix things up try a tropical twist with a pitcher our favorite Pineapple Margaritas.
Margaritas originated in Mexico in the 1940's and over time became one of the most popular cocktails here in the US. They are my absolute best to serve with chips and salsa.
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Ingredients Needed
- Tequila ~ Use your favorite brand of silver tequila.
- Triple Sec ~ Orange liqueur.
- Lime Juice ~ Freshly squeezed works best for the best tasting drinks.
- Simple Syrup ~ Made with equal parts sugar and boiling water.
Optional Garnishes: Flake Salt, Lime Slices, Honey, Coarse Sugar, Tajin (chili - lime seasoning).
Step By Step Directions
STEP 1 Prep the glasses by running a slice of lime around the edges. Sprinkle flake salt onto a small plate and dip the rim into the salt. Fill about ¾ full of crushed ice.
Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker.
STEP 2 Pour tequila into the cocktail shaker.
STEP 3 Add the triple sec.
STEP 4 Add the lime juice.
STEP 5 Next, add the simple syrup.
STEP 6 Cover and shake vigorously until the shaker is well chilled.
STEP 7 Strain into the prepared glasses.
STEP 8 Garnish with a slice of lime.
How to Make a Pitcher of Margaritas
Pour tequila, triple sec, lime juice and simple syrup into a pitcher. Mix well and serve over ice.
Tips and Variations
Make Ahead: Mix ingredients and refrigerate up to 2 days. Freeze in a zip top bag up to 3 months.
Make Margarita Mocktails: Substitute Sprite for the tequila.
More Delicious Margaritas To Try
Frozen Peach Margaritas are really simple to make in a blender and they are so tasty and refreshing. Made with frozen peaches so you can enjoy them any time of the year.
Strawberry Margaritas are filled with fresh or frozen strawberries for a sweet and tasty cocktail perfect for any get together with friends.
Easy Blackberry Margaritas are vibrant and delicious made with a quick blackberry simple syrup.
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Mix up a couple of margaritas for your next Mexican dinner or make a pitcher for a party with friends. This simple recipe is one of the best tasting margaritas you can make at home.
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Margaritas
Margaritas are the classic tequila cocktail and so simple to make at home. Mix them up by the glass or pitcher with just 4 ingredients for the best tequila cocktails.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces tequila
- 2 ounces fresh lime juice
- 2 ounces triple sec
- 2 ounces simple syrup
- Ice: cubes and crushed
- Lime slices for optional garnish
- Flake Salt for optional garnish
Instructions
- Prep the glasses by running a slice of lime around the edges. Sprinkle flake salt onto a small plate and dip the rim into the salt. Fill about ¾ full of crushed ice.
- Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker.
- Pour tequila, triple sec, lime juice and simple syrup into the cocktail shaker.
- Cover and shake vigorously until the shaker is well chilled.
- Strain into the prepared glasses.
- Garnish with a slice of lime.
Notes
For a Pitcher of Margaritas:
Multiply ingredients by 4. Add ingredients to a pitcher and mix well. Serve over ice.
Make Ahead: Mix ingredients and refrigerate up to 2 days. Freeze in a zip top bag up to 3 months.
Margarita Mocktails: Substitute Sprite or club soda for the tequila.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 265Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 293mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 1gSugar: 21gProtein: 0g
Nutritional information is estimated and may not be accurate.
Toni
This is such. perfect margarita! Thanks for the recipe!